Can you MEND a broken HEART? Woodturning project with BROWNHEART

[@LoisHubbard]

Every single decision you made on this piece just made it better and better. The proportions, swapping out that extra walnut with the extra oak, the shape, the size - you're just becoming a master with the designs as well as with the woodworking. P.s that white pen is oddly satisfying to watch XD

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Lois that is very kind of you to say. The pen is as nice to use as it is to watch, I have a bit of a fetich for pens and I love this one, all I have to do is try not to loose it or have it stolen by one of my kids 😂

[@lornacy]

Well put!

[@robinkerr1624]

Watching your beautiful work reminds me of my childhood watching my father learning to use his lathe. He turned out baseball bats, kitchen paper stands, toilet paper holders and even a mug or two. Sadly his health prevented him progressing any further, but what I saw him do totally engrossed me. Thank you for sparking those memories again, and thank you for the stunning pieces you create. We can never have too much beauty in our lives.

[@MikeHolton]

@@robinkerr1624 Thanks so much Robin, so nice to hear your memories about your father and so glad I have managed to stir these up with my work. All the best, Mike

[@HarveyHarker]

Very nice piece.

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you kindly Harvey 😀

[@peterloos8027]

Mike, calling yourself a woodturner is an understatement; you are a woodturning artist!!!! Another gorgious bowl!!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Peter that is very kind of you to say 😊

[@JaquithShadoff]

You could indeed mend a broken heart 💔 and did it very beautifully. I continue to be mesberized by the way you yank a mystifying situation into the realm of beauty and delight! I continue to search for your postings and I am never disappointed. I really like seeing your latest creation!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much, I really appreciate it 😀

[@louisjackson4634]

Wise choice taking up two oak pieces. Another beautiful platter that could quite easily outshine any dining table.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Louis, so happy this worked out, I was ready with a plan B just in case 😊

[@mickwilson127]

Just fabulous, I’d like to see that on eBay, I was highest bidder on two of the others for a while 😢

[@MikeHolton]

Sorry to hear that Mick, I will be putting this on eBay in the next 24 hours 😀

[@Rogster559]

Absolutely fantastic platter, the lighter Timbers really enhance the beautiful platter well done from Tasmania Australia 🇦🇺

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much 😊

[@rexmorgan6445]

Mike this one has left me speechless. That is not an easy task. Great work.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Rex, it was a lot harder than I thought it would be 😁

[@marilyngianadda1661]

A wonderful bowl with a distinctive Japanese feeling ! Bravo! ❤️

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Marilyn 😀

[@lorainenatalino5534]

Slightly off-center makes a more interesting piece …the grain in the brown heart is gorgeous….great job…👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much Loraine 😀

[@dougb100]

So much more satisfaction completing a challenging project, well done.

[@MikeHolton]

It really is! I love it when I'm made to take real care and try to be as accurate as possible. 😀

[@karenstafford724]

That's certainly something very different. ❤❤❤😊

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks 👍 😃

[@RenaLarson61]

Such a beautiful platter, definitely the right choice switching the walnut for an extra piece of oak, truly lovely

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Rena, I'm glad I changed my mind as well 😀

[@fionakronert5060]

Well I've been watching on random, but so far, for me, this is my absolute favorite. Mike, you have outdone yourself again. Thanks for the creativity, the content, and the demonstration of skill. Much appreciated.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Fiona 😀

[@michaelfelixb1316]

Sehr schön wie das hellere Holz die Schale beeinflusst. Wunderschön gemacht. 👏 👌🤗

[@MikeHolton]

Danke Michael, ich bin froh, dass ich die Eiche hineingelegt habe, um das Design aufzulockern 😀

[@flatflo]

I'm glad you had a vision for this broken wood round, because I sure didn't for a long while! Gorgeous!!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Laura 😀

[@NomaD_203]

My thoughts exactly. I really couldn't picture the end product he was describing but it 'turned' out so much better than I imagined. Kudos Mike, for transforming a disaster into a stunning work of art.

[@MikeHolton]

@@NomaD_203 Thanks so much 😀

[@k9insomniac783]

You always get such cool wood to turn. I’m starting to get pretty jealous here my friend.

[@MikeHolton]

Haha sorry, I work hard to find the unusual, it can get expensive but revenue from the channel covers most of it. Everything I make is put back so we can get more and more interesting things 😀

[@k9insomniac783]

@@MikeHolton That’s why your successful Mike. Not only your calm and kind nature, but your reaching lots of different people. Some of which aren’t even turners, just people who enjoy the process. I’ve seen older channels that turn a maple or poplar bowl once every two weeks and upload it just to have some content but they don’t seem to invest in the channel. Into the very people who support them and have grown along with them. This sets you apart my friend. Truly I say this, you’ve done well my friend. Don’t change your formula. It’s perfect.

[@fionacrouch1732]

​@@k9insomniac783true words and well said

[@MikeHolton]

@@k9insomniac783 thanks Brother, you know I will always do my best, if I ever get complacent or boring please feel free to pop over and give me a slap 🤣😂

[@damianlee8149]

Definitely worth persevering, the squared shape works to compliment the splicing. As you say, it would make a great valentines present

[@MikeHolton]

Totally! and thanks, all the best, Mike 😊

[@martincotterill2132]

Wow, you have knocked out of the park again. That is beautiful.. I love everything about it face

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Martin 😊

[@kerstin4516]

I'm a little speechless as well. Lost one of my fingernails by knibbling while watching if the corners would come off. But you were lucky. What a stunning piece!

[@MikeHolton]

Sorry about your nails Kerstin, I was half expecting to loose a chunk of wing at any point 😀

[@DavidCalton-h2q]

Absolutely beautiful platter.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much David 😁

[@lesareid9810]

So unique and gorgeous! Well done!

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you! Cheers Lesa 😀

[@lornacy]

This one is really lovely. Lois Hubbard two days ago said exactly what I am thinking. Wonderfully done 👍

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much 😃

[@lizacole9520]

Well worth watching again. I love the juxtaposition of the bold parallel stripes with the oval grain of the brown heart. ❤

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Liza, this is one of my favourites, hard but came out so well 😀

[@stevedoran3631]

When I saw this at the beginning I thought naaaaaaa...... then you finished it out........ Superb!...... what a fantastic piece that ended up...... astonishing!

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you so much Steve😀

[@johnbuchanan578]

The challenge was really worth it, what a beautiful piece of work.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks John 😊

[@GaryGlass-DriftwoodTurner]

Hi Mike, you made that look very easy when in reality I know for sure it would not have been. It turned out beautiful though, excellent job.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks 👍 honestly I think that was the hardest turning I've had. All the best, Mike

[@mikehorning4060]

I really didnt think it would remain intact when you neared the edges with the tools. This is a most beautiful piece. absolutely beautiful sir, well done!

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much Mike, must admit, I was a little worried myself 😀

[@David-rx2uh]

Beautiful piece. I was holding my breath on the corners.

[@MikeHolton]

You're not the only one David, that was tense! 😀

[@1954JDR]

That piece is absolutely gorgeous.👍👍

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you! Cheers! 😁

[@lv_woodturner3899]

Very well done as usual. What a workout. I love the piece. In my shop, "Murphy" would have caused the corners to break off if I got the wall thin. I would have needed to go to the 80 grit "chisel" for final shaping of the corners. If you want to prevent tearout on corners of square bowls, glue on sacrificial pieces of e.g., pine then rough cut the overall shape round. After turning then cut off the sacrificial pieces. I suggested this to some local turners and now they always use this technique for making square or rectangular bowls. Dave.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Dave you are always a source of reliable information, just wish you lived closer lol 😆

[@lv_woodturner3899]

I also wish we lived within driving distance.

[@lv_woodturner3899]

Overnight thought. In a future square bowl project, consider using the belt sander on the edges like you did for this bowl, but to create a slight curve on each side. May look good, perhaps more visual interest. Dave.

[@cottrilltoolwoodworks]

Big thumbs up! Those wings are a pain in the you know what.

[@MikeHolton]

Haha they certainly are, all the best, Mike 😃

[@ronniekeates3349]

Not at all what I expected when I first clicked on the video, but that is a VERY cool piece!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Ronnie, glad you enjoyed it 😀

[@Rwizard206]

Definately better with the two Oak strips instead of two walnut. The platter is just gorgeous. You do awesome work

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Ronald, so kind of you to say 😀

[@brummiedoug1]

Bloody fantastic Mike ,very well done .You’re an inspiration to us all .please keep them coming 😊😊

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you, I will do my best 😀

[@Lis.E.H]

Just watch it again and are so amased by it.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Lis, this is still one of my favourite turnings 😀

[@MightyWizardTim]

I never would have thought of leaving it square. That turned out amazing. (Now it's time to invest in a band saw.)

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Tim, I would really love a good bandsaw 😂

[@StephenJones-k1e]

Beautiful way to salvage a damaged piece!

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you! Cheers Stephen 😃

[@trealexander5271]

I really didn't see where this idea was going at first but I'm pleasantly surprised by the result, very unique and eye-catching

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks! 😀

[@SilverBack.]

Mike Amazing result, well done 👏👏

[@MikeHolton]

Glad you enjoyed it Doug, all the best, Mike 😀

[@vinimarshall7301]

Thats a beautiful platter , top class Mike 👏👏👏👏

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks my friend, came out quite nice 🙂

[@Zander1509]

Beautiful bowl which tested your skills.

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much and it certainly did lol

[@timponder7487]

I love the way the colors blend together to make a beautiful piece Mike. No heartbreaking today 🎉

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you so much 😀

[@MrJeremySF]

This one is a true work of art.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much 😀

[@walshjp17]

Another great project. Lovely rectangular platter. "... but luckily you can mend a broken heart" -- Groan!!

[@MikeHolton]

Haha I know, the pun was terrible 😂

[@RattiDave]

Mike - Amazing pattern in that end grain. Even the corners came out perfect. You never cease to amaze.

[@MikeHolton]

Cheers Dave, that brownheart really is something else!

[@petetap4255]

I didn't think the Walnut ,Oak parallels would work but,surprisingly they do..lovely piece ,nice one.👍👍

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@stevescott8655]

Absolutely beautiful! So glad you stuck with the rectangular shape!

[@MikeHolton]

Me too Steve, glad it let me finish without any major problem 😃

[@avinut]

Looks like one needs listen to the wood and adjust accordingly. Gorgeous!

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much! Acoustic 😃

[@lynnettejohns4733]

A true master. In tune with the wood. I've not seen anyone do what you do with a lathe. This piece is breathtaking.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Lynn, that is so nice of you to say 😃

[@robertkurilla7859]

What a gorgeous platter. It’s amazing what you can do with a piece of wood. Thank you for the video I loved it.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Robert, glad you liked it 😀

[@user-jim-kelly]

Turning a rectangular bowl sounds impossible until you see a master at work. Beautiful piece excellently crafted. Swapping out the oak and walnut made this work perfectly.

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much James, must admit it was a lot harder than I expected 😀

[@4fhomeandfarm832]

The color and grain of that wood when you wiped the inside down with isopropyl then later finished it just blew me away. That was a verry beautiful piece. Amazing work.

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much! I do love this wood, am trying to get some more but finding it very hard!

[@nigelharvey210]

absolutely awesome, you persevered and won and mended the broken heart. even the bottom looks brilliant. well done

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Nigel 😀

[@stucook8622]

I didn't think the corners would hold but they did. It is beautiful.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Stu, I was not sure either 😀

[@Moongoofy51]

This is stunning. You have created an amazing piece for someone's table.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much 😀

[@pippin1ful]

A lovely result, well turned, Mike!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Richard 😀

[@keithmishler4095]

Absolutely gorgeous this piece here will command a high price. Keep up the Awesome work.

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much, very kind of you to say Keith 😀

[@EightBitTony]

Definitely made the right choice with the oak. Looks incredible.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Tony, yeah I know as soon as I did it 😀

[@leaannd.8786]

Excellent results. It gave you a run for your money. Great perseverance.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks, this is still one of my favourite pieces 😀

[@johnwhitteron5296]

Stunning result after a shaky start.

[@MikeHolton]

Haha thanks John, the start was not the greatest lol 😀

[@stephencarey6114]

Wowser that's a gorgeous bowl.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Stephen 😀

[@stephanielovatt2787]

Seriously, Well done! I am truly impressed with it! Turning a winged bowl can be quite scary, with the sound and sight of those tips whizzing around near your hands. This one came out so very well! Well done!

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much Stephanie, the noise this one made was terrifying lol 😂

[@cbakerpt]

I've watched quite a few of your videos, working backwards and I think this is my favorite project so far. You should do more of these!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks, I loved making this one, yes I do intend to do more 😀

[@lcsaba92]

This is my favorite of your pieces that I saw so far. Absolutely gorgeous!

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you so much 😊

[@ceciliarunnoe1463]

Oh my goodness! I had no idea you could turn a square bowl ! It is a thing of beauty.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Cecilia I've made a few 😀

[@bonitagoodwin5086]

❤ Absolutely Beautiful ❤ Congratulations!!

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you so much Bonita 😃

[@petershipman7314]

Simply stunning the stripe sets it off 🎉❤well done.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Peter, you are too kind 😊

[@aldademoura7738]

Very elegant design, so beautiful 😊I love it 😊

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you so much 😊

[@79Firegirl]

You did amazing again.. so pretty..🤗🥰

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@DanEdiger]

My heart was mended watching you create this platter.thankyou

[@MikeHolton]

You're welcome Dan 😃

[@lizacole9520]

Another beautiful piece! I'm so glad you are starting to sell your work. You deserve to be rewarded well for your skill both in turning and presenting. And it fab for folk to be able to own one of your beautiful pieces.

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you so much Liza, I'm thinking of making a batch of bowls for a lower fixed cost so those who can't afford to get in a bidding war can get something. All the best, Mike

[@lizacole9520]

@@MikeHolton fab plan...Cmas is coming after all!

[@MikeHolton]

@@lizacole9520 Thanks, all I need now is time to do it 🤣

[@OzfGP35]

Lovely wood Mike & beautiful platter, it's British racing stripe looks great 👏

[@MikeHolton]

Glad you like it, the stripes came out nice 😂

[@charmainerohde8575]

When you started describing your plans for the piece, I had to pause the video, make a cup of tea, and settle in for this adventure. A bit of a nail-biter. The result is an absolutely stunning work of art. You mended this broken ♥!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much for joining me on the journey 😀

[@scottbarlowe2328]

This may be my favorite piece. I love the color and grain pattern

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Scott, it is one of mine as well 😀

[@kevingavin1240]

Beautiful, exceptional. What other words can describe this piece.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Kevin, really appreciate your comment, all the best, Mike 😀

[@kirbyralston5234]

That really turned out well. I was a bit skeptical initially, but you prevailed wonderfully. 😊

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you! 😊

[@chrispark3758]

This is a beautiful piece! While watching I wondered how purple heart between the oak would look. However, I now think you made the right choice.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Chris 😀

[@mountdragon1989]

You weren't kidding when you said it makes a bit of a terrifying noise, it sounded like a helicopter taking off. Another beautiful piece of work that has (turned) out fantastic.

[@MikeHolton]

Haha thanks! The sound is terrifying when it first starts.

[@paulevans180]

Fantastic looking bowl, you were right about using 2 pieces of oak . Thank you for explaining your decisions along the way, it makes an inexperienced turner look at his pieces of wood in a different way.

[@MikeHolton]

My pleasure Paul, this is a voyage of discovery for me and I just want to share my experiences so we can all learn together 😀

[@GavinConwayWoodworkBBQ]

That looks a brilliant piece of wood and the design is great.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Gavin, this was a huge challenge but so much fun 😀

[@lynnrogers-zx5yp]

Totally Beautiful. Your talent and patience are amazing…

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Lynn, very kind of you to say 😀

[@fordpoppaul]

wow beautiful, love that you kept it rectangular as well 😍

[@MikeHolton]

I've been wanting to make this shape for a while, glad it came off 😀

[@jaxxlawson4545]

A very, very special piece. Well done

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Jaxx 😀

[@oldncarvingJohn]

A stunning piece Mike. Beautifully thought out. ❤️ ❤

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you kindly John

[@shelleygreer915]

This is the first time I've ever seen wood turned ingrain--what a magnificent end result!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much 😊

[@fionacrouch1732]

No broken hearts with this piece, Mike. Absolutely beautiful 😍

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Fiona lol, I should call myself Cupid 😀

[@fionacrouch1732]

@MikeHolton ok, Cupid it is, lol 🤭

[@MikeHolton]

@@fionacrouch1732 🤣😂

[@fionacrouch1732]

@@MikeHolton just be sure to keep your arrows aimed away from me! 🤣

[@MikeHolton]

@@fionacrouch1732 promise 😊😛🤣

[@deehenry1983]

i absolutely adore this. it is extraordinarily beautiful. thank you yet again.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Dee, must admit, I think this is about my favourite so far 😀

[@marybethhuson295]

It actually looks kinda like a heart in the middle that you cut and mended with the splice. Very beautiful platter!

[@MikeHolton]

Oh thank you Mary, you are right it does 😀

[@marybethhuson295]

@@MikeHoltonYou truly mended a broken heart 💔

[@MikeHolton]

@@marybethhuson295 😁🤩😅

[@chenjung407ad]

Oh, wow. The reveal of the end grain when you got the wax off the bottom was gorgeous!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks, that is always my favourite bit 😀

[@kensmith1522]

That is a monumental turn! well done

[@heatherharcrow6156]

Love the mend glad you switched it up.

[@MikeHolton]

Me too! 😀

[@Tseringlhatso]

How unusual! Glad you switched to the 2 oak strips. Haven't seen brownheart before, it's lovely.

[@MikeHolton]

It really is a beautiful wood, I have some greenheart as well waiting to be turned 😀

[@noelgreen9381]

This is a beautiful piece. For end grain turning, you did amazing. Suggest you may want to make a couple of small companions bowls or cups from the off cuts of the brownheart.

[@MikeHolton]

Not a bad idea Noel 😀

[@alainnoel2198]

Quite creative. I’ve enjoyed the whole discussion over the production of a very nice plate.

[@MikeHolton]

Glad you enjoyed it Alain, lots of fun to make 😀

[@ReapZ1373]

By far my favourite piece. I love the colour and grain but the shape is just the cherry on top for me. ❤

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks my friend, I do like this shape, it's a pain to make but look so nice 😃

[@bnaivar]

I'm working on a Brownheart mug now. It is very difficult to turn. I've had to put it on hold while I have knee replacement surgery. That's my story and I'm sticking to it. 😁

[@MikeHolton]

Hi Bill, yes indeed it is very tough wood, a lot harder than oak!! Hope your knee has a speedy recovery and you can finish it off, all the best, Mike 😀

[@BulletTing]

Amazing square bowl.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much 😀

[@kingsrealm2]

I've watched a few of your videos without subscribing. However after this one and the bog wood bowl I'm hooked. I'm also a wood turner and your work is inspirational. Can't wait to try a platter myself.

[@MikeHolton]

Welcome aboard and thanks so much for your support, all the best, Mike 😀

[@andrewhall1693]

Perfect contrasting wood.....Braw job Mike ....thanks for sharing

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Andrew 😄